“Teaching English builds you up … you’re helping these people fit into a society and a culture that is so strange to them, it’s just amazing.” — Sharon Lyon of Bethel
Rose Lincoln
Staff Writer
Bethel Citizen writer and photographer Rose Lincoln lives in Bethel with her husband and a rotating cast of visiting dogs, family, and friends. A photojournalist for several years, she worked alongside many great writers, never fully appreciating what they do — until now.
Supporting the dying: Death doulas are an emerging field
The role can be quite varied, from relieving fear to cleaning to helping with paperwork.
Concern grows that voters are mistakenly switching to ‘No Labels’ party
After hearing numerous complaints from town clerks across the state, Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows became concerned that No Labels, a third-party presidential party was unwittingly enrolling voters.
Newry to hold special town meeting Feb. 20
The town says it needs an additional $250,000 to address road repairs.
Flooded Eddy Middle School relocated to the Congo Church
When the small, independent Newry school flooded in December, Pastor Tim LeConey made room for them at the Bethel church.
Artist Robert Shetterly coming to Bethel
Best known for the portraits he has painted and books published, Robert also created editorial page illustrations for the Maine Times newspaper
Road commissioner details Newry’s storm damage
It will be around the end of February when the town finds out if FEMA declares it a disaster.